Charlie St. Cloud

A young man, Charlie St. Cloud, is given the ability to communicate with his younger brother, who died in a car accident that Charlie survived. He makes a pact to visit his brother every night in the cemetery, which allows him to maintain their bond. However, his life is thrown into turmoil when a former classmate he fell in love with returns to town, forcing him to choose between his promise to his deceased brother and the possibility of a future with her.

Charlie St. Cloud received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its derivative plot, overly sentimental tone, and weak performances. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a disappointing box office performance.

• Critically panned for its melodrama and lack of originality.
• Ponderous pacing and a predictable storyline were common criticisms.
• Performances were largely seen as unconvincing, particularly Zac Efron's attempt at dramatic depth.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a disappointing and overly sentimental drama. Many felt the story was predictable and failed to evoke genuine emotion, though some appreciated Zac Efron's effort.

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Ben Sherwood, which was inspired by a real-life tragic accident involving a young man named Charlie St. Cloud and his brother.